The breakdown of the test:

Part 1 –   Interview

• You’ll be asked a general question. You’ll need to answer 4 simple questions within 3-4 minutes. 

• There will be 2 phases, where at the first phase, the question can be as simple as, “What is your name?” or any two questions that require you to introduce yourself. For the second phase, the examiner might ask another 2 questions about yourself or your family.

Part 2 –  Individual long turn

• You’ll receive a random booklet for any topics and there will be few questions to answer. 

• The assessor will give you 20 seconds to prepare. You need to answer the questions within 1 minute.

Part 3 – Discussion

• The last part is where you’ll need to make a conversation with your partner for 3 minutes. 

• For the first 2 minutes, you’ll need to have a discussion with your partner.

• Another 1 minute to make your stand or state a conclusion.

• Another 2 minutes for Further Discussion about the related topic.

What to focus in Part 1?

1. Giving Factual information about self

2. Expressing opinions

3. Explaining and giving reasons

4. Talk about past experiences as well as future plans.

5. Grammar focus : present simple / future simple / adverbs of frequency

6. Vocabulary focus : daily routines, hobbies, transport, school life, family

What to focus in Part 2?

1. Giving information about past /  present / future experience

2. Expressing opinions and the most important is justify the opinions given. 

3. Explaining and giving reasons

4. Talk about people around you, places, events and certain situations.

5. Grammar focus : present and past tense, expressions for likes and dislikes, giving reasons for the opinions

6. Vocabulary focus : words for describing people, places, situations; words to express feelings and opinions.